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Boxing Day sales are one of the biggest shopping moments of the year in the UK, Canada and Australia. In 2026, Boxing Day falls on Saturday 26 December. US stores don’t call it Boxing Day, but they run big after-Christmas sales on the same days, and with a US address you can shop them from anywhere. Here’s what Boxing Day is, which US deals to watch and how to get your orders shipped to you.
What is a Boxing Day sale?
Boxing Day is the day after Christmas, 26 December, and a public holiday in countries such as the UK, Canada and Australia, as listed by timeanddate. Stores in those countries cut prices to clear stock after the festive season, which is why “Boxing Day sale” has become a shopping event in its own right.
Boxing Day sales in the USA
In the USA, 26 December is a normal working day, but it’s the start of the after-Christmas sales. Retailers clear winter and holiday stock, and many extend the deals until New Year. It’s a good time to buy:
- Electronics and gadgets left over from the holiday season.
- Winter clothing, coats and boots.
- Christmas decorations, wrapping and lights for next year.
- Beauty gift sets and fragrances.
- Home and kitchen appliances.
Boxing Day sales vs Black Friday
Black Friday and the Boxing Day sales are both big discount events, but they work differently. Black Friday, at the end of November, is about pulling shoppers in before Christmas, so stores cut prices on the gifts people want to buy, especially tech, toys and beauty sets. The after-Christmas sales are about clearing what’s left. That means deeper cuts on seasonal stock, like winter clothing, Christmas decorations and gift sets, but less choice in sizes and colours. If you missed something on Black Friday, it may well come back at a similar price in late December. For more on the November sales, see our Black Friday vs Cyber Monday guide.
The best Boxing Day deals to watch at US stores
Big US stores usually take part in the after-Christmas sales. Check these first:
- Amazon for electronics and everyday items.
- Walmart and Target for home, toys and decor.
- Best Buy for tech and gaming.
- Macy’s and Nordstrom for fashion and beauty.
- Gap and Old Navy for winter clothing.
Deals change daily, so check the store on the day.
Boxing Day sales online: what to buy by category
Winter clothing and shoes
Coats, boots, knitwear and thermals are often marked down after Christmas, because stores want space for spring stock. If you live somewhere with a long winter, this is a good time to stock up. Our winter apparel and accessories guide has ideas, and our guide to shipping clothes cheaply explains how to keep costs down.
Tech and gaming
Laptops, headphones, TVs and gaming accessories can be good value in the after-Christmas sales, particularly on older models once new ones arrive. Best Buy doesn’t ship to known freight forwarders, so use our Assisted Purchase service for Best Buy orders.
Beauty and fragrance
Holiday gift sets that didn’t sell before Christmas are often reduced. Perfume and aerosols can be restricted on air shipping, so check with us first. Our Sephora and Ulta guides explain how to buy from abroad.
Christmas decorations for next year
Decorations, lights, wrapping paper and ornaments are some of the deepest after-Christmas discounts. They’re usually light, so they ship cheaply, especially when they’re combined with other orders.
Home and kitchen
Bedding, towels, cookware and small appliances often go on sale as stores clear their holiday ranges. Check the voltage before buying anything with a plug, as US appliances run on 110–120V.
Tips for shopping Boxing Day sales online from abroad
Make a list before 26 December
Add items to your wishlist in advance so you can buy as soon as prices drop.
Compare prices
Check a few stores before you buy. Some after-Christmas prices match or beat Black Friday.
Buy from several stores and ship once
Send everything to your US address and consolidate it into one shipment to cut shipping costs.
Check the return policy
Sale items sometimes have shorter return windows. If you need to send something back to a US store, we can handle the return for $15.
After-Christmas sales through New Year
US after-Christmas sales don’t end on 26 December. Many stores keep cutting prices until New Year, and some run clearance events well into January. That gives you time to compare, and because your parcels get up to 30 days free storage at our warehouse, you can buy over several days and ship everything together. Our New Year sales guide and our winter sales online guide cover the January deals.
Shipping is usually less of a rush after Christmas than before it, but carriers and customs teams can still be busy in the first days of January. If you need something by a certain date, allow a little extra time.
Shops open on Boxing Day vs shopping online
In countries where Boxing Day is a public holiday, some physical shops close, while others open early for the sales. Opening hours vary by store and country, so check locally if you want to shop in person. Online, there’s no such problem: US stores run their after-Christmas sales on their websites around the clock, and you can shop them from anywhere with a US address.
How to ship your Boxing Day deals from the USA
Step 1: Get your free US address
Sign up for an address at our warehouse in New Castle, Delaware.
Step 2: Shop the sales
Use your US address at checkout. If a store rejects your card, our Assisted Purchase team can buy for you.
Step 3: Consolidate
Your parcels wait with up to 30 days free storage, so you can keep shopping through New Year before we combine them.
Step 4: Ship worldwide
Processing takes 4–5 working days. Insurance is available from $10, up to 2% of the declared value.
Check import rules on GOV.UK, the Canada Border Services Agency or the Australian Border Force.
Boxing Day sales USA shoppers know as the after Christmas sales are some of the best of the year for clothing and decor. Many of the best Boxing Day sales are online, so you can shop them from anywhere with a US address.
Frequently asked questions
When are the Boxing Day sales in 2026?
Is there a Boxing Day sale in the USA?
What is the best thing to buy in the Boxing Day sales?
Can I ship Boxing Day deals from the USA to the UK, Canada or Australia?
What is a Boxing Day sale?
Are after-Christmas deals better than Black Friday?
Can I return something I bought in the US after-Christmas sales?
Which shops are open on Boxing Day?
Can I keep shopping after Boxing Day and ship everything together?
Do I pay sales tax on after-Christmas deals sent to Delaware?
Do US stores ship after-Christmas sale orders abroad?
Is Boxing Day a public holiday in the USA?
How we checked this
We checked the 2026 Boxing Day date on timeanddate and our service details on 30 October 2026. Store deals vary, so confirm prices on the day.
Related guides
- Winter sales online
- New Year online sales in US stores
- Best holiday deals
- Black Friday sales from the USA
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